The Marion Burton School

The Marion Burton School is located on the facility of The New Foundation and offers educational services to students ages eleven through eighteen.
These services are extended to students residing in the residential treatment center (RTC), the therapeutic group home (THG) and day students.
The school operates on a year-round schedule consisting of five quarters.
High school students earn credit for each completed course per session.
Basic academic courses are offered for both elementary, middle and high school students as well as the opportunity to participate in physical education and art.
The school's responsibility is to provide learning experiences that empower young people allowing them to make informed and responsible decisions so they can successfully reintegrate into the community or the least restrictive environment for the student.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 17 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The Marion Burton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
LD, SLD, ED
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
76%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
The Marion Burton School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Marion Burton School?
The application deadline for The Marion Burton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Marion Burton School located?
The Marion Burton School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 7 other private schools located in South Scottsdale.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 17 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Scottsdale, AZ is $18,473 for elementary schools and $18,702 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Scottsdale, AZ is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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